Comparison

Dice by PCalc vs Dic3r

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dice by PCalc

This app simulates polyhedral dice with realistic 3D graphics for tabletop role-playing games. It allows for custom dice creation, saving presets, and supports various game mechanics like advantage/disadvantage and modifiers. It also offers companion apps and AR functionality.

Highlights
  • Physics-based dice simulation
  • Near-photorealistic 3D graphics
  • Custom dice creation with text, emoji, or images
  • Save named presets for quick rolls
  • Support for advantage/disadvantage and modifiers
  • Companion Apple Watch app
  • Augmented Reality (AR) support
Features
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Dice by PCalc, is a physics-based simulation of polyhedral dice for use in tabletop role-playing games with dungeons and/or dragons. Featuring near-photorealistic 3D graphics, it comes with a variety of gorgeous dice sets. Throw multiple dice with advantage or disadvantage, and any given modifier, and the app will automatically calculate the correct total. You can save named presets to quickly roll the attack of your favorite sword, or figure out exactly how much damage your bard took from those seventeen giant rats. Flick dice to fire them across the screen when the numbers don’t go your way. Create custom dice with any text or emoji on the faces, or import your own images, and easily share your dice with friends. Supports split screen and slide-over on the iPad, so you can put it alongside your other RPG apps, and speech synthesis that can read out the list of dice and the results. Also comes with a companion Apple Watch app, so you'll never be without a D20 again. Even supports AR! The ideal app for every member of your party!

About

Dic3r

Features
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DIC3R is the ultimate companion app for tabletop RPG and wargaming enthusiasts. Whether you're rolling for initiative in your favorite RPG or determining the outcome of a critical battle in Warhammer, DIC3R has got you covered. With its intuitive interface and powerful features, DIC3R brings the excitement of dice rolling to your fingertips. Key Features: - RPG Mode: Roll any combination of dice (d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, d20) with customizable modifiers - Warhammer Mode: Quickly roll and track multiple dice for Warhammer games - Counter Mode: Keep track of health, mana, or any other game stats with customizable counters - Save custom rolls for quick access during gameplay - Colorful and intuitive interface designed for ease of use during intense gaming sessions Whether you're a dungeon master, a player, or a wargaming enthusiast, DIC3R is the perfect tool to enhance your tabletop gaming experience. Download now and let the dice decide your fate!

Screenshots

Dice by PCalc4 screens
Dic3r4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dic3r at Free against Dice by PCalc's $1.99. Dic3r also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Dice by PCalc's advantage is chart position (#116 vs unranked) and device support (5 vs 3). On ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Dic3r is free to download; Dice by PCalc costs $1.99 up front. Dice by PCalc sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Dic3r asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dice by PCalc ships an update every 6 weeks, Dic3r fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Dice by PCalc versus Dic3r: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDice by PCalcDic3r
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (338 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings338 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#116 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size306 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTLA Systems Ltd.Artur Bikmullin

Bugs and requests

Dice by PCalc

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Apple Watch app crashes on launch (watchOS)
  • Apple Watch app glitches and stutters after initial rolls
  • Apple Watch app no longer functions on Apple Watch Ultra 2
  • Physics-based rolling doesn't always appear realistic

Requested features

12 requests
  • Apple Watch app stability and functionality
  • Reroll options with drop settings for Warhammer 40k
  • Multiplayer/shared dice rolling mechanic
  • Additional polyhedral dice (3, 5, 7, 14, 16, 24, 30-sided)
  • More color options, especially green and purple
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  • Default D10 as 1-10 instead of 0-9
  • Drop lowest dice feature for stat rolling
  • Themed environments (forest, dungeon, cave, pub)
  • Better support for non-D&D game mechanics
  • Ability to control dice list options from side panel
  • Better camera control and angles
  • Auto-remove dice on new roll option

Dic3r

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Dice by PCalc

One-time4
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$1.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
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  • Enormous Tip$9.99
None

Dic3r

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dice by PCalc free?
Dice by PCalc costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Dic3r free?
Dic3r is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dice by PCalc or Dic3r have ads?
Neither Dice by PCalc nor Dic3r shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dice by PCalc or Dic3r?
Dice by PCalc ships an update every 6 weeks, and Dic3r fortnightly. Most recently, Dice by PCalc was updated on November 3, 2026 and Dic3r on October 27, 2026.

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